Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Announced September 2014
- Replaced the Olympus E-PL6
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL8
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched March 2011
Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively similar but the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and SZ-30MR (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-PL7 was announced 3 years after the SZ-30MR which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-PL7 matches up against the SZ-30MR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL7 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
E-PL7 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | March 2011 | More modern by 43 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper screen (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Olympus E-PL7
SZ-30MR | E-PL7 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL7 and Olympus SZ-30MR
E-PL7 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL7 offers outer measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL7 versus the SZ-30MR.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL7 and SZ-30MR is 86 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL7 and SZ-30MR.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PL7 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The newer E-PL7 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL7 | Olympus SZ-30MR |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-09-01 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 357 grams (0.79 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 873 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $499 | $279 |